Clint Hill, the former US Secret Service agent known for his quick, heroic actions during President John F. Kennedy's assassination, died at the age of 93 at his home in California, as confirmed by his publicist. Hill's life was defined by his dedication to protecting the First Family, especially on that fateful day, November 22, 1963. Assigned to safeguard Jacqueline Kennedy, Hill was in a car behind the presidential limousine when gunfire erupted, prompting him to dash forward and leap onto the back of the moving vehicle.
Clint Hill, Heroic Secret Service Agent, Passes Away at 93
Clint Hill, Heroic Secret Service Agent, Passes Away at 93
Clint Hill, who famously jumped onto JFK's limousine during the assassination, has died at 93, leaving behind a legacy of courage and remorse.
His dramatic actions were immortalized in the infamous Zapruder film, providing a visual account of the chaos of the assassination. A North Dakota native and Army veteran, Hill joined the Secret Service in 1958 and was recognized for his bravery in Dallas. However, the trauma of that day haunted him, leading to early retirement in 1975 at the age of 43. Hill expressed deep feelings of guilt, believing he could have prevented Kennedy's death. It wasn't until years later, after returning to Dallas and reflecting on the event, that he came to terms with the fact that his actions could not have changed the outcome.
In 2009, he met journalist Lisa McCubbin, and they co-authored a memoir, "Mrs. Kennedy and Me," reflecting on his experiences with Jacqueline Kennedy. Their professional relationship blossomed into a personal one, culminating in their marriage in 2021. Hill's death was mourned by many, particularly those who remembered him as a symbol of bravery and sacrifice during one of America's darkest days. His passing leaves a poignant reminder of both the heroism and the haunting realities faced by those in the line of duty.
In 2009, he met journalist Lisa McCubbin, and they co-authored a memoir, "Mrs. Kennedy and Me," reflecting on his experiences with Jacqueline Kennedy. Their professional relationship blossomed into a personal one, culminating in their marriage in 2021. Hill's death was mourned by many, particularly those who remembered him as a symbol of bravery and sacrifice during one of America's darkest days. His passing leaves a poignant reminder of both the heroism and the haunting realities faced by those in the line of duty.
